Some of you might remember how we discussed Pioneer's cool new driver's seat on display at CEATAC. It looks like I forgot to talk about this particular concept with this ND-HUD01, a fancy heads-up display. As you might have guessed, this is designed to prevent the whole texting-while-driving which is becoming a real hot-button issue. My Source says that it killed 3,331 … [Read more...] about Pioneer is working on a head’s up display
Cheetah-CH1 and Greyhound-GR1 are steady-cams for smaller cameras
I think that we all know that a lot of home videos with Go Pro cameras or smartphone cams are shaky, at best. Some people don't mind that shaky-cam feeling, while others can't stand it. This device from Mastor Technology is the Cheetah-CH1 an Greyhound-GR1 are handheld stabilizers designed to automatically pitch, tilt, pan, and roll to "counteract and cancel out any … [Read more...] about Cheetah-CH1 and Greyhound-GR1 are steady-cams for smaller cameras
Plumage Keyboard solves the touchscreen problem
I have said time and time again that I hate using a touchscreen keyboard on a smartphone. I used to have a phone with a QWERTY keyboard, but that is so a few years ago. The Plumage has a solution to this that is unusual. It is essentially a separate keyboard that acts as a cover for the touchscreen. If you fold it down, you can use a QWERTY keyboard that you can click on … [Read more...] about Plumage Keyboard solves the touchscreen problem
iMotion haptic 3D controller could bring touch to gaming
What you are seeing looks like Tom Cruise in Minority Report, but this is a Kickstarter project known as the iMotion from Intellect Motion. That is, the things on his hands. On his eyes are the Oculus Rift, which we have reported on before. The iMotion has a velcro strap to keep it on the hand, which reminds me of the Wiimote and the Wiistrap. Like the Wiimote, it has a … [Read more...] about iMotion haptic 3D controller could bring touch to gaming
V-Tex Rapidcool solves the age-old problem of warm soda
I'm pretty certain I have used this intro before, but I have always wanted to have a device that can cool a soda quickly. I mean, we have microwaves to make coffee hot faster, but nothing to make cold things cold quickly. You heard me right. V-Tex technology works by rotating a drink at a certain speed to create a "Rankine vortex" that can mix carbonated drinks but avoid … [Read more...] about V-Tex Rapidcool solves the age-old problem of warm soda
One Shot Concept Bike Folds Up nice
I have to admit that the One Shot isn't a device that I have never seen before. It is essentially a bike that can fold up for portability. Even in the eighties, I have seen a bike that can fold into a suitcase. The One Shot can fold up into something that looks like a golf cart, minus the clubs. You can drag it as you ride, and it is easy to travel on the bus. Of course, … [Read more...] about One Shot Concept Bike Folds Up nice
Rearview Bike Camera available on the Sharper Image Catalog
Here is an interesting item available from our friends at the Sharper Image Catalog. They always had the latest gadget back in the eighties, and they are still around. This is the Rearview Bike Camera. I'm sure that you can see the purpose of the Rearview Bike Camera, as most bikes don't come with rear or side-view mirrors, which are standard on most automobiles. It … [Read more...] about Rearview Bike Camera available on the Sharper Image Catalog
Pioneer drives the future with this Concept Driver’s Seat at CEATAC
I will have to admit that I have never been to CEATAC, that is one of the big tech shows, like IFA, that I have never attended. That, and the Mobile World Congress. Dang, I really need to leave the country. Speaking about taking big steps, you might enjoy this concept car cockpit from our old friends at Pioneer. You will notice that it really looks like some control … [Read more...] about Pioneer drives the future with this Concept Driver’s Seat at CEATAC
SmartWater Booby Trap gets Crooks a-glowin’
I think we have all seen films like Speed where money has these gel caps that explode when the perp touches them. The purpose is to catch the thief red-handed (or whatever color the gel-pack is), and it is pretty irrefutable. This SmartWater works on the same principle. It is currently being used by the Brent Police Department in the London Borough of Brent, as a theft … [Read more...] about SmartWater Booby Trap gets Crooks a-glowin’
A.I. Smartwatch could change the Smartphone market
I have been seeing a lot of talk of smartwatches, and I'm still not convinced that I need one. I think Samsung has some sort of plan, but it is nothing compared to the A.I. Watch. Most smartwatches are just something to pair with a smartphone via Bluetooth, but what makes the A.I. smartwatch different is it can be a standalone Android phone. Yeah, a phone on our watch! … [Read more...] about A.I. Smartwatch could change the Smartphone market
Samsung getting into PowerbyProxi, about 4 million dollar’s worth
I have recently learned that Samsung Ventures America has recently given about $4 million to PowerbyProxi. If you have not heard of this company, it essentially allows multiple devices to be charged on one place. I was sort of hoping that Samsung would get in on this. After all, Nokia has their cool wireless charging features on their phones, so it is about time that Samsung … [Read more...] about Samsung getting into PowerbyProxi, about 4 million dollar’s worth
The Valve Steam Controller and how it could change TV gaming
If you are not familiar with Steam, it is a way of porting some cool games to your PC. I have used it in the past, and the company announced last week that they intend to do more for the people. The first was Steam OS and a Steam Machine, which are essentially modified PCs to play Steam games on their television. Of course, you are going to need a controller to play … [Read more...] about The Valve Steam Controller and how it could change TV gaming
Speculative Fiction Saturday: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy (2005 Version)
As I have said before, I like watching people review bad movies like the Nostalgia Critic, and if you watch enough shows about bad movies, the same titles show up like Batman and Robin, Freddy Got Fingered, and The Last Airbender. For some reason, I never see The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy on this list, and perhaps it is too new. Hitchhiker's is one of those films … [Read more...] about Speculative Fiction Saturday: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy (2005 Version)
Stir Smart Desk will help you burn calories
The other day, when I was talking about the company Nest creating a Smoke Detector, and how everything should be smart in the home. I suppose that the desk would soon become the smartest thing. This is a smart desk called the Stir. If you are wondering what makes it smart, it has to do with the ability to raise itself. The purpose of this height thing is to give the user … [Read more...] about Stir Smart Desk will help you burn calories
Puzzle-Pod Bank and Present Vault from ThinkGeek
I have reported on items from ThinkGeek before, and this one is one of the cooler ones. It is a Puzzle-Pod Bank and Present Vault, and see if you can guess what you do with it. Think about The Da Vinci Code where the clue was hidden in the cryptex that could only be opened with a special word code. If the person you are giving this to wants that gift, he or or she is … [Read more...] about Puzzle-Pod Bank and Present Vault from ThinkGeek